Student Outreach Coordinator - Remote

JDC Entwine has an exciting opportunity for an adaptable coordinator who has a passion for student engagement, travel, and Jewish enrichment. As a Student Outreach Coordinator (SOC), you will work on the inaugural Entwine “KAHAL” Student program, responsible for engaging students in Jewish life worldwide when they study abroad. The Student Outreach Coordinator will recruit and engage students on various college and university campuses, both remotely and in-person. The Student Outreach Coordinator will also implement Entwine’s engagement methodologies and various other program initiatives and will supervise Entwine campus leaders.

This role will engage prospective Jewish study abroad students in the Entwine “KAHAL” program offerings that would benefit them during their time abroad. They will also be a full part of our vibrant and tight-knit team, with frequent and teamwork with colleagues across the USA.

This is an ideal role for a recent graduate or early career professional who is excited by travel, constant interaction with students, Jewish global community building and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative team. Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally 1-3 weeks/year required.

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What will you do as a Student Outreach Coordinator?

Student Program Oversight

• Oversee the Entwine Campus Representatives Program, managing a cohort of campus leaders across the USA whose goal it is to promote Entwine programs on campus
• Travel regularly to various campuses and other domestic locations to act as an ambassador for Entwine and recruit students before a study abroad experience
• Work closely with the Engagement team to design and recruit for Entwine’s engagement programs for students and young adults. Work with the National Outreach Manager to establish specific goals and evaluate progress on an ongoing basis
• Manage relationships and uphold partnership agreements with important campus partners and organizations within your geographic region including Hillel, Chabad, Study Abroad offices and other campus partners
• Attend conferences and seminars to advance Entwine’s international partnership network

Domestic Partnerships

• In conjunction with the Director of Engagement, implement processes for student identification, including collecting and storing data
• Interface with a broad range of stakeholders, including team members, staff in other departments, vendors and participants
• Attend Leadership Trainings and Retreats (Community Reps & Trip Chair Trainings)
• Be a JDC Entwine expert by maintaining a high-level of knowledge of the department’s goals and programming
• Maintain an excellent knowledge of JDC’s overseas programs

What qualifications do you need to be a Student Outreach Coordinator?

• BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience preferred
• Strong oral and written communication and relational skills for constant interaction and engagement with students and partners; patience and “customer-orientation” are a must
• The ability to communicate effectively and thoughtfully with people from varying backgrounds and cultures
• Prior peer engagement, leadership, and logistics experience, either formal (jobs, internships, fellowships) or informal (extracurriculars, volunteering); e.g. student government and club roles, camp counselor, resident assistant, teacher, project manager
• Be comfortable with remote meetings across time zones using video calling platforms
• A serious work ethic combined with a sense of humor and an outgoing, approachable and sociable engagement style
• Entrepreneurial instincts, including proactivity, problem-solving skills and follow-through
• Self-motivation and team-orientation, capable of working on one’s own as well as within a team environment
• Ability to work in flexible locations when necessary, and with occasional flexible hours necessary to complete objectives
• Experience working with diverse student and young adult populations preferred, but not essential
• A commitment to pluralism and willingness to act as a role model and mentor for emerging Jewish adults
• Strong computer skills, including expertise with Microsoft Office Suite
• Prioritization skills, able to quickly adapt to shifting priorities on multiple projects
• Experience facilitating conversations, programs, or events a plus.
• Passion for humanitarian work and/or global Jewish service strongly preferred

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Hours: 35 hours/week, 8:45 AM – 4:45 PM
• Location: Hybrid from New York or remote from Boston, MA or Washington, DC
• Reports to: Director of Engagement
• Job Function/Department: Entwine
• Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally 3-4 weeks/year required
• One of Entwine’s core values is staff growth and development. Entwine has created competencies for each role. We expect that employees at the Coordinator level will master these competencies within 2-3 years

What are the compensation and benefits for a Program Coordinator?

This a full-time position paid semi-monthly at a salary of $50,000-$56,000 per year; in determining where a candidate falls in that range JDC considers several factors, including skills and experience, internal equity, and cost of living in location of work. This role is non-exempt per the FLSA.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to:

• 100% paid medical and dental insurance for employee coverage
• Paid time off, including vacation days, sick and personal days, and Jewish and national holidays
• Paid parental leave policy
• 403(b) with JDC contributions of 6.5% of salary
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), commuter benefits, and life insurance
• Learning & Development: Ongoing opportunities for professional development through workshops and trainings with our internal L&D program
• Food Perks: Bagel Thursdays and beverages/snacks in the office for on-site and hybrid employees

Why work at JDC?

• The People – What we hear most from our team members is that they enjoy working with others who share their passion for doing good; Our staff aim to use their skills to make a positive difference in the lives of others
• A Global Environment – you will have the opportunity to develop a global perspective, working with staff from the U.S., Israel, the Former Soviet Union, and all over the world
• Tikkun Olam – This Jewish value of “repairing the world” is deeply important to us. Collectively we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others

Vaccination Requirement

We require the individual who fills this role to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to the CDC definition. We require the individual in this role to be fully vaccinated by their first day of work and to maintain that status. JDC provides reasonable accommodations, and this may be subject to disability and religious exemptions. Contact HR if you need to request an accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

JDC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As the world’s leading global Jewish humanitarian organization, we are committed to treating people with compassion and respect. All qualified applications will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, mental disorder, familial status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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Application Deadline: July 22, 2022

Expected Start Date: August 15, 2022

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About JDC

JDC -- the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee or "The Joint" -- is the leading Jewish humanitarian organization, working in 70 countries to lift lives and strengthen communities. We rescue Jews in danger, provide aid to vulnerable Jews, develop innovative solutions to Israel’s most complex social challenges, cultivate a Jewish future, and lead the Jewish community’s response to crises. For over 100 years, our work has put the timeless Jewish value of mutual responsibility into action, making JDC essential to the survival of millions of people and the advancement of Jewish life across the globe.

For more information, please visit www.JDC.org.

Web Site:
JDC.org

Language:
Left to Right (English, Russian)

Region:
North America

Job Type:
Individual Contributor

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None

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